V31.7: Occupant of three-wheeled motor vehicle injured in collision with pedal cycle : person on outside of vehicle injured in traffic accident

The ICD-10 code V31.7 specifically relates to an individual who was an occupant of a three-wheeled motor vehicle and sustained injuries as a result of a collision with a pedal cycle. It denotes that the person injured was situated on the exterior part of the vehicle during the time of the traffic-related accident. This condition involves physical injury which can exhibit a wide range of symptoms, varying from mild to critical, depending on the severity of the collision. Injuries might be minor, such as abrasions and bruising, or severe, like fractures, internal damage, or head trauma. The progression of the situation is largely dependent on the immediate medical response and subsequent treatment provided to address the physical harm incurred. It should be noted, the code is applicable to traffic accidents only.